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Zen Kitchen & Bar, Port Richey, FL

Zen Kitchen & Bar

4.9
4.9
219 Reviews
$30 and under
Pan-Asian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
For 20years, Chef Victor Wang and Owner Chiara Covelli have reigned over their highly acclaimed restaurant… Zen Forrest… known for its Chinese, Korean, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and Singapore. Award winning lunches and Dinner. Private events, cooking classes. Zen Forrest was known for amazing food, sake, wine and imported and local beers.
When the lease came up at Zen Forrest and they couldn't stay Chiara thought it might be the end of Zen Forrest in New Port Richey. As good things do happen, with the assistance of the new partner, Jay Patel, he found the perfect location on Grand Boulevard in downtown New Port Richey. It is a larger restaurant accommodating over 150 guests, with a Sushi Bar and a sociable, full liquor cocktail bar.

Chef Victor and partners are pleased to share their excitement with loyal Zen Forrest customers and friends and they look forward to hosting you to a new ZEN Kitchen & Bar experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Chinese, Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00–15:00 Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Wang
  • Private party facilities
    Private room available for meetings, events and parties. With room for 40 guests
  • Area
    New Port Richey
  • Cross Street
    Missouri Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

What 219 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

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Zen Kitchen & Bar offers "incredible flavors" and delightful Pan-Asian cuisine, making it a "true gem" in New Port Richey. The "fantastic" service, highlighted by staff like Dora and Michelle, elevates the experience. The butter chicken is a standout dish, and the "beautifully presented" meals consistently please diners.
219 Reviews
  1. Alice

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finally, we found an outstanding restaurant in downtown NPR. Our server was wonderful and the food delicious. We always look forward to dining at Zen, and we highly recommend.

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  2. Kathy VIP

    Tampa41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience here! Food was fresh & flavorful as usual. Service was awesome as well, thank you Michelle!

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  3. Steven

    Toronto8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to Zen and it was a great experience From the time we walked in and were treated warmly to our Server Tony who was attentive and answered all our questions The won ton soup was the best I have had.I chose General Tso chicken and it was my bad that I didn’t ask the heat index. I ordered mild and there was no heat which was my fault I should have asked but it was still exceptional. Just enough sauce so you actually tasted the chicken and not just gloppy sauce. The dish was well presented. The rice cooked perfectly and the noodles were outstanding. Thank you again for the warm welcome by the hostesses and our server Tony for making our first experience wonderful. We will be back. Next time Sushi

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  4. Dina

    Tampa22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the buttered chicken and Nan. The portion was enough for both of us. The Indian style appetizer was also very good. There was an automatic charge of 20% gratuity because we had 6 guests. The server did not mention this to us. Luckily, one of our friends noticed it. As the room began to fill with other guests, it got pretty loud. This was our second visit. There is a parking lot behind the restaurant. We will return again.

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  5. Jody

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zen always delivers quality, service and ambiance. We love bringing friends and family here.

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  6. Owen VIP

    Tampa8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zen Kitchen never disappoints! Every visit is a perfect blend of incredible flavors, a relaxing atmosphere, and top-tier service. Our recent experience was no exception—everything from the beautifully presented dishes to the warm hospitality made for an unforgettable meal. A special shoutout to Dora, who was absolutely amazing as always! Her attention to detail, friendly demeanor, and impeccable service truly elevate the dining experience. She ensures that every guest feels welcome and well taken care of. If you’re looking for a place that consistently delivers fresh, delicious food with outstanding service, Zen Kitchen is the place to be. Highly recommend!

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  7. Deborah

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is always a great dining experience! Excellent food and a great staff!

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  8. Fank

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with great service. The butter chicken is to die for.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic menu! We had three appetizers and shared them all, the crab Rangoon (the sauce was amazing), samosas (what a presentation!also delicious), and the zen rolls (tasty). Two of us had the butter chicken with the bread basket (omg. Best. Ever) and one had the chicken lo mein, and another had the fish. Everything was so good. Waiter was on point. We had a reservation and got there early. We waited a bit at the bar (great drinks) and they seated us earlier than our original reservation, so we were also happy about that. It was a little noisy in there, but not enough that we couldn’t have great conversation. Restrooms are very clean and decent. Prices were as expected. Overall a huge win.

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  10. John

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good. I have to use 50 characters. It was good.

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FAQs

Zen Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (727) 888-1936.

Zen Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 219 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Zen Kitchen & Bar

6229 Grand Blvd, Port Richey, FL 34652-2603

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Missouri Ave.
  • Area
    New Port Richey
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00–15:00 Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Chinese, Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Wang
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
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